38 m. ago Medical watchdog to investigate Perth doctor after toddler dies following circumcision

The Australian Health Practitioner’s Regulation Agency was referred the case of Gosnells doctor Raad Hassan, after he performed the circumcision in December 2021.

Events

61 m. ago Netanyahu ignores pleas for calm and condemns Albanese, Australian protesters

The Israeli leader has given an interview on Australian television branding Prime Minister Anthony Albanese “forever tarnished”.

Politics

1 hour ago As it happened: Netanyahu compares Palestine recognition to appeasing Hitler in Australian interview; AI, tariffs, removing red tape among Chalmers’ 10 priorities

Benjamin Netanyahu has waded into Australian politics and decried Anthony Albanese’s recognition of a Palestinian state in an interview with Australian media.

Events

2 h. ago McReight to captain Wallabies, Valetini returns for second Boks clash

Queensland flanker Fraser McReight will be the 91st captain of Australia after Harry Wilson was rested for the rematch with South Africa in Cape Town.

Politics

3 h. ago Australia news LIVE: AI, tariffs, removing red tape among Chalmers’ 10 priorities after economic roundtable, business groups welcome outcomes; Netanyahu slams Albanese in Australian interview

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Economics

6 h. ago Awkard moment Australian realises American's dont know popular chant

Several videos posted to TikTok show the awkward moments Aussies have said "Hip hip hooray" to a silent room of people, who then look at them like they've lost their minds.

Politics

7 h. ago ‘I started to rethink what I want to do’: The women discovering their adventurous spirit

Contrary to the popular narrative, you don’t have to make yourself smaller as you get older. With the right mindset, a world of adventure awaits.

Politics

7 h. ago Charlie didn’t know how far a marathon was. Now he’s going to create history in Sydney

Charlie Maher will become the first Indigenous Australian to complete all seven world majors when he runs the Sydney Marathon next weekend.

Politics

7 h. ago ‘Influencer’ dies live on camera after months of abuse – all streamed on Australian website

An investigation has been launched in France after a two-week Kick livestream showed the 46-year-old being “beaten, strangled and force-fed” for viewers’ entertainment.

Technology

11 h. ago ASX climbs as Brambles, gold stocks rise; James Hardie’s horror run continues

The Australian sharemarket opened stronger this morning, putting it on track for a second session of  gains on one of the busiest days of reporting season.

Events

11 h. ago ‘Forever tarnished’: Netanyahu defies Jewish groups’ calls for moderation, attacking Albanese

The Israeli leader has given an interview on Australian television branding Prime Minister Anthony Albanese “forever tarnished”.

Events

13 h. ago ‘Forever tarnished’: Netanyahu defies Jewish groups’ calls for moderation to attack Albanese

The Israeli prime minister has given an interview on Australian television branding Prime Minister Anthony Albanese “forever tarnished”.

Events

18 h. ago An orangutan reached for Natalie’s hand. It was a defining moment for her

Through often-startling stories detailing the wonder of wildlife, a Melbourne environmentalist hopes to convince people that the natural world is worth saving.

Politics

18 h. ago Albanese’s response to blistering personal attack struck the right tone

Israel’s leader tried to engage the Australian prime minister in a war of words, but he wouldn’t take part.

Events

18 h. ago Wallabies to unleash fastest man in Australian rugby against Springboks

An outrageous, 130m try for Australia’s Sevens team took him viral. Now Corey Toole is set to wear the Wallaby gold in Cape Town on Saturday.

Sport

28 h. ago Disgraced doctor punted from peak body, placed on indefinite leave from Sydney hospital

In a move that could prompt action from health regulators, the Australian Orthopaedic Association has stripped Munjed Al Muderis of his membership.

Science

29 h. ago ASX finishes higher as banks, retailers rise; James Hardie shares plummet

The Australian sharemarket has finished the session in the green as investors digested a flurry of company earnings announcements.

Politics

29 h. ago Peak surgical body punts disgraced doctor Al Muderis after court finds negligence

In a move that could prompt action from health regulators, the Australian Orthopaedic Association has stripped Munjed Al Muderis of his membership.

Events

32 h. ago Melbourne University breached privacy in surveilling Gaza student protesters

A top Australian university violated students’ privacy when it used its internet network to identify students participating in a Gaza protest in May 2024.

Politics

32 h. ago ‘Operating like Big Brother’: Melbourne University breached privacy in surveilling student protesters

A top Australian university violated students’ privacy when it used its internet network to identify students participating in a Gaza protest in May 2024.

Culture